Pony.ai’s JV with Toyota to spur robotaxi development

A Level-4 concept vehicle codeveloped by Pony.ai and Toyota is shown at the Beijing auto show that runs from April 25 to May 4, 2024. [Photo by Li Fusheng/chinadaily.com.cn]

Autonomous driving firm Pony.ai has set up a partnership with Japanese carmaker Toyota and its Chinese joint venture GAC Toyota, which is expected to speed up the commercial operations of robotaxis in China.
The new partnership, with a registered capital of over 1 billion yuan ($138…
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Source: https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202404/28/WS662dfaeba31082fc043c4752.html

Toyota Yaris G Limited Launches In Malaysia Only 600 Units, What’s Special?

JAKARTA – Toyota Malaysia or UMY Toyota Motor officially launched Yaris G Limited for the local market (Malaysia) with several changes in cosmetics, chassis, and powertrain.Citing the Paultan page, Saturday, April 27, 2024, Toyota Yaris G Limited only has 600 units available. So what makes this one car special?Judging by the design presented, Toyota Yaris G Limited emitted a bolder impression and looked sporty thanks to aero kits with red accents. Badge G Limited also highlighted the…
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Source: https://voi.id/en/amp/376741

Toyota Updates Corporate Governance Report

Toyota Motor Corp (UK) (GB:TYT) has released an update.
Toyota Motor Corporation has updated its corporate governance report, initially disclosed in 2006, with amendments made on April 26, 2024. The English translation of the revised document is now available for investors and stakeholders, providing insight into the company’s governance practices. The full report can be accessed online, offering transparency into Toyota’s commitment to corporate responsibility.
For further insights into…
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Source: https://www.tipranks.com/news/company-announcements/toyota-updates-corporate-governance-report

Toyota and Nissan pair up with Tencent and Baidu to highlight importance of AI for car makers

Japan’s Toyota Motor TM-N will pair up with China’s Tencent while Nissan will team up with Baidu, the companies said on Thursday, cross-border partnerships that highlight the importance of artificial intelligence for car makers.The separate announcements from two of Japan’s biggest automakers at the Beijing auto show also underscored the attempt by Japanese manufacturers to come to grips with the massive technological shifts that have disrupted their once enviable positions in the…
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Source: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/international-business/asia-pacific-business/article-toyota-and-nissan-pair-up-with-tencent-and-baidu-to-highlight/

Rivian offering up to $5,000 discount to some Jeep and Toyota owners

Stalling EV sales pose a major problem to the carmakers that don’t have gasoline-powered or hybrid models in their portfolio. Rivian wants to avoid riding this wave by offering a discount of up to $5,000 to buyers who trade in select 2018-and-newer pickup trucks and SUVs.
Only open to residents of the United States and Canada, the offer specifically targets owners of the following vehicles:

Audi: 2018 or newer Q5, Q7, and Q8
BMW: 2018 or newer X3, X5, and X7
Ford: 2018 or…
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Source: https://www.autoblog.com/2024/04/24/rivian-offering-up-to-5000-discount-to-some-bmw-jeep-and-toyota-owners/

Toyota, BMW take WEC wins at Imola | Highlands News-Sun

IMOLA, Italy — Toyota Gazoo Racing didn’t have the fastest car in Sunday’s 6 Hours of Imola. But it did have the best race calls, which was enough to help propel the No. 7 Toyota Gazoo Racing GR010 HYBRID to victory in the debut of the 6 Hours of Imola.A trio of Ferraris started up front and the Toyota Gazoo entries gave chase in the early part of the…
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Source: https://www.midfloridanewspapers.com/highlands_news-sun/toyota-bmw-take-wec-wins-at-imola/article_cd2193e0-0164-11ef-af26-53ec13fdc1de.html

Upcoming Mahindra Scorpio Rival Teased

The lifestyle SUV segment is gaining popularity in India since the launch of Mahindra Thar. To challenge Mahindra in this segment, many manufacturers including Maruti and Toyota have launched new models. However, it is only the Thar that rules the segment, leaving the popular Hilux & Jimny behind. But now, the underdog Japanese pick-up, the Isuzu V-Cross is all set to challenge the Thar in this segment. The upcoming SUV will soon receive a facelift and will also rival the likes of the…
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Source: https://motoroctane.com/news/271443-upcoming-mahindra-scorpio-rival-teased-launch-soon/amp

2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid Blows Away Every Truck In Its Segment

There was a moment where, with all four wheels of the 2024 Toyota Tacoma hybrid hovering through the air, I felt firmly invincible. I was jumping a pickup truck, after all — if I could do that, then by god, I could do anything. With all of its off-road capabilities, the new Taco hybrid is exactly the kind of vehicle that can let you dream big, then hit the trail and actually see those dreams become a reality.If you’re a pickup truck fan, you know that Toyota introduced a full redesign of…
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Source: https://jalopnik.com/2024-toyota-tacoma-hybrid-blows-away-every-truck-in-its-1851411054

Toyota Canada joins Trans Canada Trail as a National Trail Partner

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Source: https://media.toyota.ca/en/releases/2024/earth-day–toyota-canada-joins-trans-canada-trail-as-a-national-.html